What does a Construction Worker do?

You get hands-on at construction sites – pouring concrete, building walls, digging.

What education does Construction Worker require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (36 months)

How much does a Construction Worker earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 55'000, mid ~CHF CHF 69'000 per year (approximate).

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Construction Worker

Crafts & Construction

Construction workers help out on building and civil engineering construction sites. They carry out all the work involved under the supervision of a foreman.

Entry

~CHF 55'000

CHF 4'583/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 69'000

CHF 5'750/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 84'180

CHF 7'015/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration36 months

Career change to Construction Worker

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Your path to Construction Worker

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Secondary School

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Company + vocational school

3–4 years

Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

Career Start

Qualified professional

Starting salary: CHF 55'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics4/10

🔬 Science3/10

💻 IT1/10

🔧 Manual8/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance5/10

🎨 Creativity2/10

🤝 Social Contact5/10

💪 Physical Demands8/10

🔮 Future Outlook5/10

🔥 Demand (current)7/10

✨ AI Risk4/10

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